Keith Urban
will play on a single released by the winner of a talent competition sponsored
by the Guitar Center retail chain. Aimed at unsigned artists, the company's "Your Next Record" contest provides the winner
with an opportunity to record a three-song EP with a top producer and have Urban make a guest appearance on the single. The
prize package also includes musical merchandise, product endorsement deals and an opening slot at one of Urban's concerts.
"I'm always ready to do whatever it takes to give aspiring musicians the chance to do what they love," said Urban. "I think
we've all heard someone whose musical talents blow us away and sometimes all that stands between their garage and an arena
is a chance." The contest continues through Nov. 30. Information is available on the Guitar Center website.
